Savvy Painter Podcast with Antrese Wood
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Savvy Painter Podcast with Antrese Wood
Savvy Painter, hosted by Antrese Wood, offers a treasure trove of insights artists can't afford to miss. Visit https://savvypainter.com Antrese's teachings focus on nurturing a creative mindset and prioritizing mastery over perfection, making it a must-listen resource for artists worldwide.Whether y...
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Why You Can't Finish a Painting (And What to Do About It)
You look around your studio and see them everywhere — canvases turned to the wall, paintings shoved under the bed, works-in-progress stacked in corner...
You Took Time Off. Now What?
What really happens when you return to your art — and how to make work again without getting stuck in what could have been.
You to...
I See You Scrolling Instagram Instead of Painting (Nine Patterns That Keep You Stuck)
Ever spend half your studio time staring at a painting, mentally ripping it apart, but never actually picking up the brush? Or maybe you're scrolling...
Safety, Self-Trust, and the Secret to Creating Without Fear
What does it really mean to have your own back as an artist? In this episode, I share why safety isn’t just about gloves and turpentine — it’s about b...
Your Studio Isn’t a Courtroom—Make Yours the Safest Place to Create
Ever notice how one “wrong” brushstroke can send you into a spiral? You’re standing in your studio, brush in hand, and suddenly the inner courtroom op...
Expansion: Where ‘This Is Fine’ Turns Into ‘What Did I Just Do?
Welcome to the finale of our CREATE spiral series! Today we're diving into expansion - when you're ready to be seen in a bigger way but the thought of...
C.R.E.A.T.E. Spiral: What Trust Actually Looks Like in Your Studio (part 5/6)
If you’ve ever felt like you want someone else to approve every brushstroke before you can call a painting “done”… this episode is for you.
We’r...
You Didn’t Get Lucky. You Got Aligned.
Ever wonder why your studio feels… suspiciously quiet?
Like things are finally working—but instead of celebrating, you start spiraling?
We...
Exploration feels like chaos. And that’s the point.
Ever get to that point in a painting where nothing’s working the way you thought it would? Where the idea is still in there somewhere, but the canvas...
The Voice That Says You’re Not Ready? Fire It.
Resistance isn’t laziness—it’s fear wearing a disguise. Let's break down the REAL reason resistance shows up right after creative excitement kicks in—...
You’re Not Lost—You’re in the Curiosity Phase
That “lost” feeling? It’s not a problem. It’s the process.
Today kicks off a special series I’ve been quietly building behind the scenes for a w...
John David Wissler - Looking Up
JD Wissler 1963-2025
This is a re-broadcast of an episode from August 2015.
JD was an incredible painter and a beautiful soul.
Go ou...
A Quiet Practice To Build Unshakable Confidence
You ever look at another artist and think, “Ugh—I wish I had their confidence”?
That thing they just seem to have—like it came standard and your...
Why Rejection Hurts—and What to Do With It
Today, we’re talking about something that every artist encounters—but few talk about openly: rejection.
Whether it’s a juried show, a gallery ap...
In the Zone: Artists Talk Flow State (and Losing Track of Time)
Have you ever been so immersed in your painting that you completely lost track of time? That magical moment where everything clicks, the inner critic...
Finding Joy and Creative Possibility in Unfinished Work
Do you often feel guilty or frustrated when you see a piece of unfinished art in your studio? Instead of seeing that as proof of something wrong with...
The Slow Art Revolution — Because Instant Results Are a Scam
Art is inherently slow. It demands time, thought, and presence, so embracing that slowness is essential for creating meaningful work and maintaining y...
How to Make Art When You Don’t Feel Like an Artist
Does staring at a blank canvas sometimes cause you to question your abilities? Many artists (even those you admire) struggle with self-doubt and impos...
Why Your Art Is Exactly What We Need Right Now
Why does your art matter when the world feels heavy, uncertain, or even chaotic? If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Who am I to create right now?”...
Why Taking Big Risks Can Backfire (and What to Do Instead)
How often have you heard phrases like, “Go big or go home,” or “Just put yourself out there”? Society loves to advocate for taking big risks. Yet too...
Not Having Your Own Back Has Cost You Years of Progress
When things don’t go your way in your art practice, what do you do? Like many artists, you might beat yourself up with lots of self-criticism and judg...
Why Mental Rehearsal Is a Powerful Tool for Artists
Your brain automatically runs scripts on repeat. But are those scripts helping you or playing like mini horror movies in your head? With the right men...
Your Brain Is the Worst Art Critic (And What to Do About It)
Is the problem really your art—or just how you’re looking at it?
We’ve all been there. You step back from something you’ve just created, and you...
How to Talk About Your Art Without Feeling Awkward
Do you ever feel anxious or freeze up when someone asks about your work? You want people to see and love your art, but talking about it can feel overw...
You’re the Hero of Your Own Art Story
As a kid, did you wish you were like Cinderella and had a fairy godmother who could just wave her magic wand and president you with whatever you wishe...
There Are No Art Police—So Why Are You Following Their Rules?
Do you believe that if you think outside of the box and actually apply that thinking to your work that the art police will come to arrest you or take...
How Small Wins Impact Your Art Practice with Leslie Rae Cannon
Noticing the small wins you’ve gained can have a big impact on your practice as an artist. That insight was what I loved hearing about most in my conv...
Doubts Don’t Mean You Chose the Wrong Goal
Do you feel a twinge of anxiety or regret settle in after you’ve set a goal? It’s similar to how people often feel after making a big purchase. You ge...
How to Decide on the “Right” Goal
Setting goals isn’t just about the end result; it’s also about personal growth and transformation. You feel disappointed and perhaps like you’re spinn...
Why Your Art Matters (Even When You Think It Doesn’t)
There’s an affliction going around lately within artistic circles. You might be experiencing it too, even if it’s just a small voice or whisper in the...
How Your Money Mindset Shapes Your Art Practice
Money and pricing your art can feel like tricky, even uncomfortable topics, but they’re also some of the most powerful conversations we can have as ar...
Exploring Your Art Without Overthinking or Overwhelm
As artists, we go through several phases on our way to creating pieces. It all starts with this period of play and discovery that I call the explorato...
How Artists Find Their Voice and Create from the Heart
Welcome to another roundtable series! This time I’m joined by Growth Studio members Louisa Jornayvaz, Braighlee Rainey, Jack Wray, and Elisabeth Svend...
How Creative Confidence Impacts Your Artwork
It’s one thing to have an interest in creating art or putting something on canvas. It’s another to see yourself as an artist and have an artistic prac...
Not All Feedback Is Created Equal—Here’s What to Look For
If the word critique makes you tense up, this episode is for you.
This isn’t a conversation about “fixing” your paintings or performing for appr...
How Perfectionism Shows Up In Your Studio
Perfectionism can show up in your studio and throughout your practice in many ways. Some are obvious, and others not so much. But what perfectionism l...
How Artists Can Overcome Money Mindset Blocks
Many artists have a tricky relationship with money. The stories we tell ourselves about money can create hidden barriers to pricing and selling our wo...
How to Cultivate Trust in Your Artistic Voice
You have an inner critic blocking or interfering with your ability to fully trust in yourself and your art. That harshly critical internal voice think...
How to Cultivate Creative Confidence As an Artist
As an artist, you might have been taught (implicitly or explicitly) that your work doesn’t matter. Many artists I’ve worked with have heard it in scho...
Unlocking the Secrets of Color: Robert Gamblin and Scott Gellatly Answer Your Questions
Have you been experimenting with your paint colors lately? Do you wonder about different colors and the best way to mix them? Well, you’re in luck! Ro...